Italy is rich in traditions and festivities – from historic processions in medieval towns to music festivals along the Amalfi Coast and culinary sagre in Tuscany. From Carnival in Venice to summer festivals in Sicily, Italy offers a wide range of events full of history and joie de vivre throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo In early July 2027, Rimini and the entire Adriatic coast celebrate "La Notte Rosa," Italy's biggest summer festival. Experience 110 kilometers of coastline bathed in pink light, free open-air concerts, massive beach parties, and a breathtaking synchronized fireworks display on Friday at midnight. Free admission!
Illustrative photo On 2 July 2027, Matera celebrates the 638th Festa della Madonna della Bruna: a dawn shepherd's procession, a Cavalcata of around 100 knights, a magnificent papier-mâché Carro Trionfale and the unmissable Strazzo, when the crowd tears the chariot apart for good luck. Free admission, over 120,000 visitors expected.
Illustrative photo From 2 to 4 July 2027, Parco Dora in Turin once again becomes the stage for Kappa FuturFestival, one of Europe's biggest techno and house festivals. For three days, from noon to midnight, international electronic music takes over this striking industrial backdrop.
Illustrative photo GroundUP Festival Italy 2027 brings Snarky Puppy and international jazz and fusion artists to Alberobello, Puglia, for three days across multiple stages in the historic trulli town.
Illustrative photo From 9 to 18 July 2027, Perugia turns into one big stage for jazz, soul, funk and more at the Umbria Jazz Festival. Concerts at the Arena Santa Giuliana are complemented by numerous free performances throughout the historic old town.
Illustrative photo The Festino di Santa Rosalia 2027 takes place from 10 to 15 July in Palermo. The highlight is the night-time Triumphal Chariot procession on 14 July followed by spectacular fireworks by the sea. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo The Festa del Redentore takes place in Venice on July 17 and 18, 2027. This centuries old festival combines a floating votive bridge, a spectacular fireworks display over the Bacino di San Marco and traditional boat regattas.
Illustrative photo The Festa del Redentore 2027 brings a spectacular fireworks display to the Bacino di San Marco in Venice, accompanied by boat processions, a votive mass and historic regattas around the Giudecca.
Illustrative photo The Lucca Summer Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2027. Take That is the first confirmed act, performing "The Dreamers Tour" on 20 July 2027 at Lucca's historic city walls. More dates and acts are expected to follow.
Illustrative photo The Porretta Soul Festival 2027 brings international soul and rhythm and blues legends to Rufus Thomas Park in Porretta Terme, deep in the Apennines between Bologna and Florence.
Illustrative photo Ortigia Music returns in full from July 30 to August 1, 2027, to Ortigia in Siracusa. Formerly known as Ortigia Sound System, the festival combines electronic music, boat parties at sea and a cultural program set in the historic old town.
Illustrative photo The Luminaria di San Domenico lights up Praiano on the Amalfi Coast every early August with over 30,000 candles, fire shows and local tradition. The 2026 edition has ended; 2027 dates are not yet confirmed. Free entry.